Periodontal Splinting for Loose and Mobile Teeth

Loose teeth are uncomfortable, especially when you try to eat food or chew gum. Teeth become loose because of lost gum and bone tissue, injury, orthodontic treatment, or pressure caused by tooth misalignment. A technique called periodontal splinting attaches weak teeth together and anchors them to stable teeth, turning them into a single unit that is more solid and stronger than the single teeth by themselves. The procedure is most commonly performed on the front teeth. The procedure is as simple as using composite material to attach, or splint, the loose teeth to the adjoining stable teeth. Tooth splinting is a common procedure that has gained popularity due to its effectiveness.